March 3, 2011“Bellingham walks the talk. Honor and respect given, amazing…”

- a 2009 PHC Guest

10 Year Plan Year 5 Multi-agency and community based

effort PHC is an effective part of the

solution. Access to services is crucial. It can only work with your

involvement!

A look at homelessness in our community

Whatcom County made substantial progress in reducing homelessness from 2009 to 2010.

But there is still more to do!

Reasons for Homelessness The economy was the big issue

driving homelessness last year. Financial challenges are still relevant, but they were surpassed this year by more traditional factors.

Age, Gender, Vet Status Females Kids Median age Veterans

PHC 2010 Guests served Volunteers Providers

Guest survey responses to the question

“What did you like most about the event?” “Respectful and caring atmosphere. Convenience of

location, very clear directions of what to do, where to go, and who to talk to.”

“Really liked personality and attitude of all volunteers everyone hospitable – wonderful.”

“Didn't get turned away, I have been waiting 9 years for help.”

“Where did you guys come from? I'm touched, in tears, everything excellent, made my day!”

It’s all about connections Hospitality, compassion, respect and

dignity are at the heart of what we do.

Photography This is a public event - implied

consent for volunteers. We do not assume consent of guests. Only take pictures of yourself and

others with explicit consent.

How will people hear about PHC?

Outreach Teams Locations Handbills Posters Backpacks TV and radio spots

Project Homeless Connect Changes

3 new locations Increase in amount of services Fewer volunteers No vision screening No mobile spay/neuter services Shortening morning rally to less than 5

mins.! Toward Zero Waste

The PHC Campus There will

be a free shuttle service circulating the campus throughout the day.

ServicesMedical: Dental Podiatry General medical

screenings Mental Health Chemical

Dependency Free Medicine Medicaid

Non-Medical: Community

Voicemail Housing

Assistance State ID cards DSHS benefits Legal Assistance Clothing &

Hygiene donations

Volunteer Opportunities in:

– Women’s Health– General Medical– Safety– Logistics– Child and Family Services– Intake/Exit Interviewing– Guide Volunteers– Food Service– Dental Health

Thank you for volunteering Fill out those forms! You will be contacted about training. Questions?